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Eric Joseph Vranish

Eric Joseph Vranish

May 13, 2024

Eric Joseph Vranish, born on September 21, 1971, in Bozeman, Montana, departed this world on May 13, 2024, surrounded by family, in Rock Springs, Wyoming, at the age of 52.   

Eric had graduated Evanston High School in 1989, before departing from his home on January 1, 1990, to serve in the United States Marine Corps.  Soon after, he was quickly deployed to...

Rayona Elizabeth Chambers

Rayona Elizabeth Chambers

May 9, 2024

Rayona Elizabeth Chambers, 76, passed away at her home in Rock Springs, Wyoming on May 9, 2024.

She was born on April 28, 1947 in Sacramento, California, the daughter of Newton L. Haley and Ruth R. Sawyer.

After graduating from high school and attended college for two years Rayona worked as a county clerk in Denver, Colorado for 30 years until her...

Lila Mae Seyersdahl

Lila Mae Seyersdahl

May 3, 2024

On May 3, 2024 Heaven got a little rowdy. A reunion was held, welcoming home Lila Mae Holladay Seyersdahl, and so many who loved her and who had waited impatiently for her arrival were in attendance.

Waiting were her husband August Chris Seyersdahl, her daughter Diana, son in-law Darrold, grandson Shane Seyersdahl, son Dennis Carl Seyersdahl, her parents Forest Nun Holladay...

Jolena Mae Dodd

Jolena Mae Dodd

Apr 27, 2024

Jolena Mae Dodd, 39, passed away suddenly at her home in Rock Springs, Wyoming on April 27, 2024.

She was born on June 7, 1984, in Wheat Ridge, Colorado, the daughter of Gordon William Grant Breckon and Reva Jo (Blackwell) Breckon.

Jolena attended schools in Casper, Wyoming, graduating with the Roosevelt High School class of 2002 before attending Styles School of Cosmetology...

Calvin F Johnson

Calvin F Johnson

Apr 19, 2024

Calvin Franklin Johnson, 82, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away at his home on April 19, 2024 as the result of a recent illness.

Calvin was born January 29, 1942 in East LeRoy (Battle Creek), Michigan to Frederick David and Myrtle Viola (DePlanche) Johnson. He was a proud Army Veteran and was honorably discharged in July 1962.  Calvin married the love...

Dale Edward Popoe Jr.

Dale Edward Popoe Jr.

Apr 18, 2024

Dale Edward Popoe Jr., 61, passed away Thursday, April 18, 2024 in Rock Springs, Wyoming.

He was born on August 30, 1962 in Madison, Wisconsin, the son of Dale Edward Popoe Sr. and Charlotte Ann Dunkle.

Dale attended mechanic school in Butte Montana.  He had been employed as a roofer in the construction business.

He served his country in the Army Reserves.

Dale married...

Edward A. Brough

Edward A. Brough

Apr 8, 2024

Edward A. Brough, 67, a lifelong resident of Rock Springs passed away peacefully on Monday, April 8th, 2024 at the University of Utah hospital.

 He was born on March 22d, 1957, in Rock Springs, Wyoming. He was the son of Robert and Beverly Brough. 

 He attended schools in Rock Springs, Wyoming. He worked as a heavy equipment operator all of his adult...

Mittie Ann Spence

Mittie Ann Spence

Apr 6, 2024

Mittie Ann Spence, 81, passed away at her home in Reliance, Wyoming on April 6, 2024.

She was born on November 19, 1942 in Cross Plains, Tennessee, the daughter of Johnny Henry Bush and Jewel Mae Aldridge.

Mittie attended schools in Joelton, Tennessee, and attended Western Wyoming Community College.

She married George Spence in Elko, Nevada on March 22, 1981; he preceded her...

Jesse Flores

Jesse Flores

Apr 2, 2024

Jesse M. Flores, 34, passed away suddenly from injuries sustained in an auto accident on April 2, 2024 in Rock Springs, Wyoming.

He was born on August 24, 1989 in Laramie, WY, the son of Max Flores and Anona Siddoway.

Jesse attended school in Gering, Nebraska and was attending classes for a computer science degree. He worked as a laborer for various...

Neal S. Baldwin

Neal S. Baldwin

Apr 1, 2024

Our beloved friend and family member Neal Stanley Baldwin, 72, passed away on Monday, April 1, 2024, at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. He was a resident of Rock Springs for more than four decades and died following a long illness.  

Neal was born on January 4, 1952, in Republic, WA, to Richard Baldwin and Margery Robinson. He grew up in the forests of...

Kristen Lawrence Davis

Kristen Lawrence Davis

Mar 15, 2024

Kristen Lawrence Davis, age 57, lost her battle with addiction and mental illness and was found in her home on March 15th, 2024.

She was born in Lufkin Texas on August 2nd, 1966 to Polly McKelvey and Philip Lawrence. 

She attended Prescott High School in Arizona from 1981 to 1984, graduating with a high school diploma. She worked as a waitress for...

Patricia A Rogers

Patricia A Rogers

Mar 15, 2024

Patricia “Pat” Rogers passed away March 15, 2024 at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. She was born on March 12,1941 in Terre Haute, Indiana to Charles and Burdetta Slavens.

Pat traveled and lived in Germany, England, and throughout the Continental United States as a young mom. In 2000 Pat was diagnosed with a life threatening illness with a five year life...

Donita J Thornock

Donita J Thornock

Mar 14, 2024

Donita J. Kizzire Thornock, 69, of Granger, WY, passed away March 14, 2024 at Mission at Castle Rock in Green River, WY.

Donita was born September 30, 1954 in Rock Springs, WY, to Clifford Arthur and Helen A. Tanner Kizzire.

She lived her whole life in Granger and attended school in Granger and Green River, where she later graduated from high school....

Lyle Dean Cornwell

Lyle Dean Cornwell

Mar 5, 2024

Lyle Dean Cornwell, 75, passed away March 5, 2024 at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. He was born on November 21, 1948 in Greybull, Wyoming, the son of Wilfird W. Cornwell and Doralee M. Wales. Lyle graduated while enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1966. He served during the Vietnam War and was honorably discharged in June of 1969. He worked as a...

Kurt Frank Swa

Kurt Frank Swa

Mar 5, 2024

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Kurt "Ewok" Swa. Ewok passed away in his home on March 5, 2024 in Green River, Wyoming surrounded by loved ones after his courageous battle with cancer. 

 

He was born on December 7, 1960 in Montpelier, Idaho.  

 

Ewok loved his pets, family and friends dearly. His best moments were...

Kenneth Edwin Schmieder

Kenneth Edwin Schmieder

Feb 28, 2024

Kenneth Edwin Schmieder, 66, passed away on February 29, 2024 at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County.

 

He was born on March 3, 1957 in Woodstock, IL, the son of Frederick Kenneth Schmieder and Edwina Marie Harvey.

 

Kenneth graduated from Larkin High School with the class of 1975.

 

He married Connie Bosgieter in Pleasant View, Utah on July 22, 1995. She preceded him death...

Harry Holler

Harry Holler

Feb 28, 2024

Harry Holler, 83, passed away peacefully at his home in Rock Springs, WY, on Wednesday, February 28, 2024.

He was born on February 6, 1941 in Peoria, IL, the son of Everett and Mary Alice Harmon.

Harry was the beloved brother to George Holler, William Harmon, Christine Johnson and Charlene Farr.

He lived in Green River for over 40 years and he loved...

Rod J. Merrell

Rod J. Merrell

Feb 28, 2024

Rod J Merrell passed away February 28, 2024, after a short battle with ALS. Rod was born November 3, 1956, to Rondo Jerome Merrell and Velva Mae Merrell (Despain) in Payson Utah. Rod was a Payson High School graduate of the Class of 1974. Rod found his true calling as a Government Trapper for Wildlife Services USDA/APHIS. His career started...

Bonnie Logan

Bonnie Logan

Feb 24, 2024

Bonnie Jean Logan, 70, passed away on Saturday February, 24, 2024 in Tucson, Arizona following a brief battle with cancer.

She was born on May 21, 1953 in Rock Springs, WY, the daughter of Earl Ben Riley and Anona Tremelling.

Bonnie graduated from Rock Springs High School with the class of 1971.

She married the love of her life and soul mate Brian...

Eric Rollins Botkin

Eric Rollins Botkin

Feb 22, 2024

Eric Rollins Botkin, 62, of Kingman, Arizona passed away on February 22, 2024, at Kingman Regional Medical Center surrounded by his three sons and sister. Eric passed due to a lengthy health battle.

Eric was born July 7, 1961, In Denver, Colorado. He was the son of Jimmie Rollins Botkin and Virginia Leone Anderson Botkin.

Eric and family moved to Rock Springs...

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